unicornfish
|u-ni-corn-fish|
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/ˈjuːnɪkɔːrnˌfɪʃ/
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/ˈjuːnɪkɔːnˌfɪʃ/
fish with a horn-like feature
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unicornfish' originates from the combination of 'unicorn' and 'fish', where 'unicorn' refers to the mythical creature with a single horn, and 'fish' refers to the aquatic animal.
Historical Evolution
'Unicornfish' was formed by combining the English words 'unicorn' and 'fish' to describe the fish's horn-like feature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to any fish with a horn-like feature, but now it specifically refers to certain species within the Naso genus.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of surgeonfish known for its horn-like projection on the forehead.
The unicornfish is often found in the Indo-Pacific region.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/14 09:07